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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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